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How Are My Progesterone Levels Affecting My Mood?

Women areย twiceย as likely to experience anxiety and depression than men. Itโ€™s not news that womenโ€™s constant flux of hormones significantly impacts moodโ€”but do we look to hormone levels enough to help us better understand and nourish our mental health?ย  In this article, weโ€™re talking all about progesterone, the sexual hormone best known for regulating ovulation…

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Understanding Polyvagal Theory & Its Role in Trauma & Stress

Involuntary physiological processes: heart rate, respiration, blood pressure, digestion, sexual arousal.ย  These automatic processes are all thanks to our autonomic nervous systemโ€”the system in charge of keeping us alive. Within our autonomic nervous system, there is our parasympathetic nervous system (rest & digest) and our sympathetic nervous system (fight or flight).ย  We now know that…

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Are These Fats Wreaking Havoc on Your Estrogen Levels?

These days, weโ€™re overloaded with estrogen from every angle: conventional cosmetics, cleaning supplies, body care, water, food. High estrogen levels can have a negative impact on fertility, mood, energy, and even your period flow.ย  Just like our drug store makeup and conventional all-in-one spray, processed oils like canola and soy can also impact estrogen levels…